Arroz Con Pollo Recipe

Name: Arroz Con Pollo
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 c. rice; 2 1/2 qt. broth (chicken); 2 Tbsp. oil; 1 head garlic, crushed; 2 large onions, diced; 2 Tbsp. oregano, crushed; 1/2 tsp. cumin; 2 green bell peppers, diced; 1/4 c. pitted olives; 4 Tbsp. capers; 1 small can tomato paste; 1 large chicken, cut; 3 Tbsp. annato extracted in hot oil and strained (use the colored oil, discard the seed)

Servings: persons

4 c. rice
2 1/2 qt. broth (chicken)
2 Tbsp. oil
1 head garlic, crushed
2 large onions, diced
2 Tbsp. oregano, crushed
1/2 tsp. cumin
2 green bell peppers, diced
1/4 c. pitted olives
4 Tbsp. capers
1 small can tomato paste
1 large chicken, cut
3 Tbsp. annato extracted in hot oil and strained (use the colored oil, discard the seed)

1
Heat oil in heavy skillet.
2
Add diced onion, crushed garlic, 2 tablespoons oregano, oil from annato, cumin, diced green pepper, 1/4 cup pitted olives and 4 tablespoons capers.
3
Saute until peppers and onions are cooked but not brown.
4
Add 1 can tomato paste and 1/2 cup chicken broth.
5
Stir and simmer for 10 minutes. Remove skin from chicken pieces.
6
Put chicken into the spicy sauce mixture and stir over medium heat for 10 minutes.
7
Remove chicken and set aside.
8
Add rice to the spicy sauce mixture and combine. Continue stirring constantly so that rice doesn't burn (for about 5 to 8 minutes).
9
Add the 2 1/2-quart chicken broth and stir to mix well.
10
Allow to cook undisturbed for 15 minutes, until the broth is dried.
11
When the broth has been absorbed, stir the rice.
12
Cover and simmer on low until done, about 10 minutes longer.
13
Serves about 8 people, more or less.

1433

kcal

Calories

Fat

270

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 c. rice, 2 1/2 qt. broth (chicken), 2 Tbsp. oil, 1 head garlic, crushed, and more.

Yes, Arroz Con Pollo falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Arroz Con Pollo

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